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Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Effectively led and managed a cross-functional team of over 50 employees to execute Supply Chain Management (SCM) strategies, oversee the successful transformation of the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system for market intelligence-driven purchase management, automate the material management flow, consolidate service spend, and drive improvements in trade working capital. Accomplishments include achieving a notable 23% reduction in slow-moving and obsolete inventory (SLOB) for raw materials and finished goods, resulting in substantial overall cost reduction and avoidance of INR 4.5 Crore, equivalent to 1.60% of total revenue.

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Effectively oversaw and managed a budget of over INR 780 Crore, encompassing 7 manufacturing units, R&D facilities, and warehouses. Demonstrated proficiency in meticulous tracking of 12 commodities within the Agriculture, Polymer, and Chemical categories, while additionally developing advanced forecasting tools for enhanced procurement accuracy

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Led end-to-end sourcing activities for 6 Dow entities, encompassing 9 core categories and a spend volume of 28 million USD. Implemented rigorous category management methodologies, engaging stakeholders and leveraging advanced procurement systems for optimal outcomes. Orchestrated seamless execution of procure-to-pay (P2P) operations through a strategic business process outsourcing (BPO) partnership, providing comprehensive stakeholder training on cutting-edge tools. Offered superuser assistance for over 170 contracts within the Ariba Contract workspace. Achieved an impressive 6 million USD in cost savings and revenue generation through astute asset liquidation initiatives. Collaborated closely with cross-functional leadership to drive P2P transaction outsourcing and SAP master creation, while delivering impactful reports for robust tracking and performance measurement.

Ambarnath, Maharashtra, India

Demonstrated adeptness in material management by efficiently planning, organizing, and controlling the seamless flow of materials across all three units. Led comprehensive vendor development initiatives, encompassing packaging materials, polymers, and additives, including rigorous audits and management of a dynamic supplier base of 100+. Displayed strong acumen in warehouse administration, optimizing inventory levels to ensure optimum performance with inventory turns surpassing 18, while effectively overseeing receipt and issue transactions. Proven expertise in export and excise compliances, building valuable rapport with tax authorities, managing rebate claims, meticulously studying government schemes and benefits, and diligently submitting statutory returns. Proficiently managed packaging and logistics operations, covering FG packing, storage activities for a wide range of 150+ SKUs, engaging and coordinating with transporters and ensuring smooth container arrangements. Expertly handled export planning, documentation, procedures, and precise filing details for multiple tax authorities. Effectively managed a dedicated team of seven staff members and 22 operators, providing exceptional leadership in purchase, stores, logistics, and export functions. Maintained robust quality management systems and fostered a culture of 5S principles, overseeing recruitment and training endeavors, and consistently delivering comprehensive reports to the Managing Director.

Pune, Maharashtra, India

Exemplified expertise as the MM Super User, diligently maintaining and managing various masters including PR approvals, creation of info records, source lists, and excise view for Plant 5 Purchase and Warehouses, while ensuring accurate and timely pricing condition updates. Proficiently executed P2P transactions, sub-contracting activities, and meticulously generated completion reports for packaging, raw materials, and services, effectively handling an average of 3000 monthly transactions. Demonstrated astute contract management prowess, meticulously selecting and overseeing 55+ AMC service providers. Skillfully prepared comprehensive cost-sheets for raw materials and packaging, curated global price data for metals and polymers, and conducted in-depth comparative analyses to inform supplier selection. Thoroughly scrutinized machine hour rates provided by suppliers, maintained meticulous supplier process flow records, expertly managed complaints, and prepared detailed 8D reports to ensure effective issue resolution. Furthermore, adeptly addressed GRN issues, meticulously monitored stock levels across 12 vendors and 135 items, judiciously determined scrap rates, and efficiently handled tool amortizations for a diverse vendor base of over 25.

Pune, Maharashtra, India

Demonstrated adeptness in preparing and managing delivery schedules, meticulously updating contact details in the vendor master, and conducting proactive follow-ups to ensure timely deliveries. Provided comprehensive updates on transit status, meticulously aligning with purchase order headers for an extensive network of 250+ suppliers and 900+ assembly parts. Maintained meticulous records within the quality management system (QMS), actively participated in rigorous 5S audits, and contributed valuable insights during engineering change meetings. Proficiently communicated coverage information during daily production meetings, fostering effective coordination across teams. Played an integral role in process control operations and spearheaded continuous improvement projects, leveraging methodologies such as KANBAN and Lean Six Sigma to drive operational excellence. Displayed meticulous attention to detail by thoroughly scrutinizing incoming transporter bills for 12 transporters, effectively processed purchase orders for consumables and spares, and diligently verified service-related bills to ensure accuracy and facilitate prompt payment.

Mba, Finance

Activities and Societies: #Management Professional Development Programme Conducted by B W W Mumbai, #Participated in Regional Seminar.

B. Com, Commerce

Activities and Societies: #Students Representative and Festival Coordinator for Year 2006-07 # Cordinator of Past and Present Student.